First elected to the Ontario Legislature in a by-election in December 1993, Bruce Crozier was re-elected in the 1995 general election, again in 1999, again in 2003, and again in 2007. He draws upon his long and distinguished career in both the public and private sectors in his role as MPP for Essex. Bruce also served as Mayor of Leamington from 1988 to 1993, having been first elected to Leamington Town Council in 1985.

In December 2007, Bruce was once again nominated as Deputy Speaker of the Legislature and Chair of the Committee of the Whole - two positions that require the kind of integrity and fairness demonstrated by Mr. Crozier throughout his career as MPP for Essex. He was also named a member of the Cabinet Committee on Poverty Reduction, which will work to develop poverty indicators and targets, and a focused strategy for reducing child poverty and lifting more families out of poverty.

As a Certified General Accountant, Bruce has been able to bring his financial expertise to public service. For 22 years, he was vice-president of Finance and Secretary-Treasurer of Bennie Lumber and Building Materials Ltd. He also worked for 11 years in the financial division of H.J. Heinz Company. For three years prior to his election as MPP, he also practiced as a registered insurance broker.

Bruce has been active in many community groups. As a life member of the Kinsmen Club, he has held a number of senior positions within the organization, which include District Governor and National Director.

Bruce has been active with many other community organizations, including the Leamington Arena Board, the Leamington Recreation Committee, and the Red Cross. He has also served as Director of the Leamington Chamber of Commerce. Bruce is a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 84.

Bruce and his wife Joan have two grown children, and five grandchildren.